Serving 509 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Purdy Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purdy Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Purdy Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Purdy Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purdy Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#273 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purdy Elementary School's ranking?
Purdy Elementary School is ranked #273 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Purdy Elementary School often compared to?
Purdy Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burley Glenwood Elementary School, Minter Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Purdy Elementary School?
509 students attend Purdy Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Purdy Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purdy Elementary School?
Purdy Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Purdy Elementary School offer ?
Purdy Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Purdy Elementary School part of?
Purdy Elementary School is part of Peninsula School District.
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